2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A4 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
